And there's a handy bonus feature in a file encryption tool, which makes it easy to password-protect all your most confidential documents.

The program also comes with AVG Zen, which allows you to monitor and manage AVG installations across all your devices.

Despite the lengthy feature list, AVG Internet Security is supremely easy to use. Panels like "Web", "Email" and "Firewall" show your current security status in each area; clicking any of these gives you access to their various settings, and you're able to launch a scan in a click or two.

The trial version supplied here will always provide you with the very latest AVG Internet Security 2016 build.

Installing AVG Software

You cannot install a brand new security suite such as this AVG product, unless you've removed your previous security suite, even in trial mode. You may need to the official removal tool for your previous security software to make sure it's fully removed from your system.

Uninstalling AVG Software

You can uninstall your AVG software using Add/Remove Programs in your Windows Control Panel.

If this fails for any reason, use the official AVG Remover tool to fully remove the security suite from your computer. Go to the official Remover tool download page to download.

Performance Issues?

Most system performance issues are often a result of other software clashing with your brand new software. For instance, security software can clash with a background process, such as a system maintenance tool or defragmentation software. Another cause of system slowdown, is a result of two software applications performing a similar task. As an example, Windows includes a firewall switched on as a default. Your new security suite is likely to include a firewall. You only need one firewall running. In this example, try turning off your system firewall.

Uninstalling Your New Software

Occasionally you may need to either temporarily or permanently remove your new software.

On a Windows computer, go to the Control Panel and choose Programs and Features. Locate the program within the list, then click it to highlight it. Finally, click the Uninstall button at the top of the list and follow the instructions to remove the program from your PC.

On an Apple Mac computer, using Finder, locate the Applications folder. Within the Applications folder, find the name of the application you wish to remove. Simply drag the icon to your Trash icon in your dock. Empty the Trash to remove the files from your computer.

Still Having Problems?

If you cannot solve your system performance issues or are struggling to remove your software, we advise contacting the software manufacturer. If you placed an order, see the section in the order which states Support options. Alternatively, go to the Contact Us page to contact store support directly.

Pros:
Light on the system, good protection, relatively frequent updates - multiple times a day

Cons:
Difficult to contact support - chat is slow; phone is slower and there's no email contact provided

AVG 2013 has an interesting and easy to use interface with a weird colour scheme. That doesn't change it's effectiveness though. It's generally easy to use and has relatively good detection rates. The malware response team is also quick to respond to any undetected malware you may have encountered. It's very good for gamers who want a light load product that works. It's a suite - I'd recommend you to but the AV and use someone else's firewall, but if you prefer all your security goods in a single GUI, this will get the job done. The bad? It's difficult to contact support - the chat sometimes takes ages before someone comes to help you out. Phone support is even worse, especially if you are not living in the US or UK. If you have issues with compatibility or bugs, AVG sometimes take *months* to resolve it (though generally they do resolve it). That's why I recommend you to TRY the software before buying, because you will lose a LOT of time on your license if you run into issues, because AVG isn't fast at all in helping you on such issues (unless you pay extra and get their TechBuddy support)! I'm actually inclined to give it a 3.5 but the rating system only allows me a 4, so I am giving it a 4. It's a great product, provided you never run into issues :)

downloadcrewstore.com Reply:

Hi Kaushik, one note about AVG's support. It differs from country to country. For example, the US and other countries use a call centre in the Philippines, whilst the UK office handles it's tech support from the UK office and I'm sure a few other AVG territories do the same. Australia/New Zealand also handle direct tech support, as an example.